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Senior Accountant

Vista, CA
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Temporary / Contract
40 - 50 USD / Hourly
This is the kind of Senior Accountant role that can actually move your career forward.A well-established North County organization is looking for a Senior Accountant to join its accounting team and take ownership of complex accounting, month-end close, reconciliations, and financial reporting. This position is designed for someone who has mastered the fundamentals of accounting and is ready for more ownership, more visibility, and more exposure to the business.You'll work closely with the Controller and accounting leadership while becoming a key resource for financial reporting and accounting projects. This is a particularly strong opportunity for someone who eventually wants to move into an Accounting Manager or Assistant Controller position. What you'll be responsible for:<ul><li>Own assigned portions of the monthly and quarterly close process.</li><li>Prepare and review complex journal entries and account reconciliations.</li><li>Analyze general ledger activity and investigate unusual transactions.</li><li>Prepare financial statements and supporting schedules.</li><li>Reconcile balance sheet accounts and resolve discrepancies.</li><li>Assist with accruals, prepaids, fixed assets, and intercompany transactions.</li><li>Analyze income statement and balance sheet activity.</li><li>Assist with audit schedules and respond to auditor requests.</li><li>Support annual budgeting and forecasting activities.</li><li>Prepare recurring management reports and financial analysis.</li><li>Identify accounting discrepancies and recommend corrective action.</li><li>Help improve accounting processes, documentation, and internal controls.</li><li>Participate in system implementations, process improvements, and special accounting projects.</li><li>Serve as a resource for junior accounting staff and assist with training when needed.</li></ul>
2026-10-02T00:00:00Z

Senior Accountant

La Jolla, CA
remote
Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join a legal organization in La Jolla, California. This position plays a central role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting reporting needs, and ensuring accounting activities are completed with precision and timeliness. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger expertise, sound judgment when handling sensitive financial matters, and the ability to work effectively across accounting and administrative teams. Responsibilities: • Lead the monthly close process by preparing journal entries, recording accruals, maintaining prepaid and fixed asset schedules, and completing reconciliations within established deadlines. • Oversee general ledger activity by preserving data accuracy, investigating variances, correcting discrepancies, and contributing to the preparation of financial statements and account analysis. • Manage trust and client fund accounting, including transaction processing and monthly three-way reconciliations in compliance with applicable legal and regulatory standards. • Support both payables and receivables functions by reviewing invoices, processing expense reimbursements, assisting with billing activity, applying cash receipts, and following up on outstanding balances. • Reconcile bank, payroll, and credit card accounts on a recurring basis and resolve outstanding items to keep records current and accurate. • Prepare financial schedules and ad hoc reports for leadership, external auditors, and tax advisors, while also assisting with forecasting and budget-related analysis. • Organize and provide documentation needed for audits, tax preparation, insurance reviews, and other external compliance requests. • Help strengthen accounting operations by following internal controls, identifying workflow improvements, and supporting automation where appropriate. • Partner with accounting staff, attorneys, and administrative personnel to answer financial questions and offer guidance to less experienced team members as needed.
2026-10-13T00:00:00Z

Senior Project Accountant

San Diego, CA
remote
Temporary / Contract
60 - 65 USD / Hourly
Robert Half Management Resources is seeking a Senior Project Accountant Consultant to support a growing construction organization. This is a highly hands-on role for an accounting professional who enjoys rolling up their sleeves and actively managing the day-to-day project accounting function. The consultant will work closely with project managers and operations teams to ensure accurate project financials, timely month-end close activities, and proper accounting for construction projects. Responsibilities • Perform day-to-day project accounting activities for assigned construction projects. • Maintain and analyze Work-in-Progress (WIP) schedules to ensure project financials are complete and accurate. • Prepare and review Percentage of Completion (POC) accounting calculations and support project profitability reporting. • Review project costs and job coding to ensure expenses are properly recorded and allocated. • Perform detailed invoice reviews, validating subcontractor and vendor invoices against contracts, purchase orders, change orders, and project budgets. • Understanding of AIA billings and the process • Prepare and review monthly accruals and cut-off entries to ensure revenue and expenses are recognized in the proper accounting period. • Perform account and project-related reconciliations, investigating and resolving discrepancies as needed. • Support month-end close activities including journal entries, account analyses, and financial reporting. Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field. • Previous roles at a publicly traded company/SOX • 5+ years of accounting experience with significant experience in construction or project accounting. • Strong experience with WIP reporting, Percentage of Completion (POC) accounting, job costing, and project financial analysis. • Experience preparing and recording accruals, cut-off entries, reconciliations, and month-end close activities. • Experience reviewing construction-related invoices, subcontractor billings, and project cost documentation. • Working knowledge of AIA billing and construction accounting practices. • Strong understanding of GAAP and accounting controls. • Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP/accounting systems. • Ability to identify issues, investigate discrepancies, and resolve problems independently. • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines. • Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively with project teams and accounting leadership. Consultant Profile The ideal consultant is a hands-on project accountant who enjoys executing the work, not just reviewing it. This individual is comfortable owning project accounting responsibilities from transaction processing through month-end close and can quickly step into a fast-paced construction environment. Success in this role requires strong experience with WIP, POC accounting, invoice reviews, reconciliations, accruals, cut-off procedures, and project cost analysis, along with the ability to partner effectively with project managers and operations teams.
2026-10-15T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Irvine, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Senior Accountant to join our team. This role is suited for an accounting specialist who enjoys working in a fast-moving growth environment and taking ownership of core financial operations. The position will support accurate reporting, strengthen accounting processes, and collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners to maintain sound financial controls. Responsibilities: • Direct the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities to ensure financial results are completed accurately and on schedule. • Examine and authorize journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reports to maintain the accuracy of accounting records. • Manage general ledger activity, accruals, revenue accounting, and balance sheet reconciliations while supporting strong financial integrity. • Develop and refine accounting procedures and internal controls that can support continued business growth and operational complexity. • Work closely with international headquarters, internal departments, and outside accounting partners to align financial reporting and resolve accounting matters. • Identify opportunities to improve workflows, reduce close timelines, and enhance the reliability of financial reporting. • Support ERP and reporting system improvements, including enhancements, integrations, and optimization efforts related to accounting operations.
2026-09-28T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

Newport Beach, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join a growing accounting team in Newport Beach, California. This role is responsible for supporting an accurate and timely close process while helping maintain the integrity of consolidated financial reporting. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger expertise, sound analytical judgment, and the ability to work effectively across monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting cycles. Responsibilities: • Lead assigned aspects of the monthly close by preparing, reviewing, and validating journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules. • Maintain accuracy across general ledger activity by analyzing account balances, resolving discrepancies, and documenting conclusions clearly. • Coordinate complex accounting tasks related to consolidations, including foreign currency remeasurement, intercompany eliminations, and expense allocations. • Support special accounting initiatives by organizing deliverables, preparing related entries, and ensuring complete documentation for each project. • Identify opportunities to improve close efficiency and recommend practical process enhancements that strengthen timeliness and accuracy. • Contribute to the development and application of accounting policies that promote consistent reporting across the organization. • Partner with internal and external auditors by assembling audit schedules, responding to requests, and providing detailed financial support during quarterly and year-end reviews. • Assist with internal and external financial reporting by preparing information used in management packages and regulatory filings while following established controls and compliance standards.
2026-09-28T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accountant

San Diego, CA
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Temporary / Contract
57 - 66 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support a non-profit organization in San Diego, California through a Contract engagement expected to last approximately 90 days. This position plays a key role in maintaining accurate financial reporting, managing fund-based accounting activity, and helping the organization navigate year-end priorities in a government-funded environment. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting expertise, leadership capability, and the ability to work onsite four days per week while partnering closely with finance operations and organizational stakeholders. Responsibilities: • Lead month-end close activities, ensuring timely completion of journal entries, reconciliations, and general ledger reviews. • Oversee daily accounting operations and provide direction to a small finance team that includes staff accountants, a finance specialist, and accounts payable support. • Maintain accurate accounting for restricted and unrestricted funding sources, with careful attention to compliance requirements tied to government-supported programs. • Prepare and review account reconciliations and bank reconciliations to resolve discrepancies and strengthen financial accuracy. • Support fiscal year-end activities for the June 30 close, including reporting preparation and review of key balances. • Use Abila MIP and related finance systems to manage accounting records, reporting workflows, and budget-related financial information. • Partner with internal stakeholders to monitor fund activity, expenses, and financial performance across programs and departments. • Contribute to finance process continuity during a transitional period by helping maintain stable accounting operations and documentation.
2026-10-14T00:00:00Z

Sr. Accounts Payable Specialist

Solana Beach, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
34 - 38 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is partnering with a well-established manufacturing company that is looking for a Senior Accounts Payable Specialist to take ownership of its day-to-day AP operations. This role is a great fit for someone who knows AP inside and out and is comfortable working with Purchasing, Operations, Inventory, and vendors.This isn't a basic invoice-entry position — you'll be expected to troubleshoot discrepancies, understand the flow of purchasing and receiving, and help improve the AP process.Responsibilities:<ul><li>Own the full-cycle AP process for a high-volume manufacturing environment</li><li>Review and approve invoice coding and supporting documentation</li><li>Perform three-way matching between POs, receipts, and invoices</li><li>Research pricing, quantity, freight, and tax discrepancies</li><li>Manage vendor statements and account reconciliations</li><li>Maintain vendor master information</li><li>Prepare payment batches and manage payment schedules</li><li>Monitor AP aging and cash requirements</li><li>Research duplicate payments, credits, and outstanding items</li><li>Coordinate with Purchasing and Receiving to resolve invoice issues</li><li>Assist with monthly AP accruals and close</li><li>Prepare AP reconciliations and management reports</li><li>Support 1099 preparation and year-end activities</li><li>Assist with internal and external audit requests</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve invoice processing and automation</li><li>Help train or provide guidance to junior AP staff</li></ul>
2026-09-28T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Rancho Santa Fe, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
31 - 33 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is hiring an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist for a growing healthcare organization. This is a hands-on AP position for someone who knows the full invoice-to-payment cycle and can confidently manage vendor questions, invoice discrepancies, approvals, and reconciliations.This person will become a key point of contact between Accounting, Procurement, department managers, and vendors. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Manage the full-cycle AP process from invoice receipt through payment</li><li>Process high-volume invoices while maintaining accuracy</li><li>Review invoices for appropriate coding, approvals, and supporting documentation</li><li>Assign invoices to GL accounts, departments, and cost centers</li><li>Match invoices against purchase orders and contracts</li><li>Investigate pricing, quantity, and billing discrepancies</li><li>Maintain vendor master data and payment information</li><li>Respond to vendor inquiries and resolve payment questions</li><li>Reconcile vendor statements and outstanding balances</li><li>Prepare and process weekly payment batches</li><li>Assist with ACH and check payments</li><li>Monitor AP aging and prioritize time-sensitive invoices</li><li>Research duplicate payments, credits, and unapplied items</li><li>Assist with monthly AP accruals and month-end close</li><li>Prepare AP reporting and reconciliation schedules</li><li>Support annual audit requests and documentation</li></ul>
2026-09-28T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Costa Mesa, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
27 - 32 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a eager and fast aced Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team in Costa Mesa, California. In this long-term contract position, you will play a vital role in managing and processing high-volume invoices while ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures. This role requires a proactive approach to problem-solving and excellent organizational skills to maintain accurate financial records. Responsibilities:• Process a large volume of invoices, including PO-based, non-PO, and recurring invoices, with precision and adherence to company guidelines.• Perform comprehensive 3-way matching by verifying purchase orders, receiving documentation, and invoices to ensure accuracy in pricing, quantities, and terms.• Review invoices for proper general ledger coding, cost center allocation, tax compliance, and ensure routing for approvals according to company hierarchy.• Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies by coordinating with Purchasing, Receiving, Inventory Control, and vendors to reconcile issues.• Conduct regular reviews of vendor statements to ensure all invoices are accounted for, processed, and paid on time.• Support month-end closing activities by preparing accruals, reviewing aging reports, performing reconciliations, and reporting outstanding liabilities.• Maintain organized digital records of invoices, purchase orders, receipts, and other supporting documentation in compliance with audit requirements.• Utilize ORACLE systems effectively to process approvals and manage accounts payable workflows.• Collaborate with internal teams to improve efficiency in invoice processing and payment cycles.• Ensure compliance with internal controls and company policies throughout all accounts payable processes
2026-10-14T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Oceanside, CA
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Temporary / Contract
32 - 34 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is hiring an Accounts Payable Specialist for an established construction company in North County. This is a great opportunity for an AP professional who likes more than simply entering invoices. You’ll work directly with Project Managers, vendors, subcontractors, and the Accounting team to keep project-related payables moving accurately and on schedule. What You’ll Handle:<ul><li>Process a high volume of subcontractor and vendor invoices</li><li>Review invoices against contracts, purchase orders, and project documentation</li><li>Code invoices by project, job, cost code, and GL account</li><li>Verify appropriate approvals before invoices are released for payment</li><li>Process subcontractor payment requests</li><li>Review lien waivers and supporting compliance documentation</li><li>Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies</li><li>Communicate with Project Managers regarding missing approvals or documentation</li><li>Manage vendor setup and W-9 documentation</li><li>Prepare weekly check runs and electronic payments</li><li>Track outstanding invoices and payment commitments</li><li>Research duplicate invoices and credit memos</li><li>Assist with AP aging and month-end close</li><li>Support AP accruals and project cost reporting</li><li>Maintain organized documentation for audits and project files</li></ul>
2026-09-28T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Specialist

Oceanside, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
29 - 34 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to support a busy commercial construction company in Oceanside! This role is ideal for someone who understands that construction AP involves more than processing invoices. You'll work closely with project managers, subcontractors, purchasing, and accounting to ensure costs are coded correctly, documentation is complete, and payments are issued on schedule.If you enjoy a hands-on accounting position where you can investigate discrepancies, manage project-specific details, and keep multiple jobs moving forward, this could be a great fit. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process high-volume subcontractor, supplier, and general vendor invoices.</li><li>Code invoices by project, job number, cost code, and general ledger account.</li><li>Match invoices to purchase orders, contracts, and receiving documentation.</li><li>Confirm required approvals before releasing invoices for payment.</li><li>Review subcontractor billing and supporting documentation for accuracy.</li><li>Track lien waivers, W-9 forms, insurance certificates, and other vendor requirements.</li><li>Reconcile vendor statements and research duplicate or missing invoices.</li><li>Communicate with project managers to resolve coding questions and approval delays.</li><li>Prepare weekly check runs, ACH payments, and payment schedules.</li><li>Maintain accurate records of project-related expenses and outstanding liabilities.</li><li>Assist with AP aging reports, month-end accruals, and job-cost reporting.</li><li>Organize supporting documents for audits and project cost reviews.</li></ul>
2026-10-13T00:00:00Z

Junior Accountant

Poway, CA
onsite
Temporary to Hire
28 - 32 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented junior Accountant to join a manufacturing organization in Poway, California. This contract-to-permanent position is a strong fit for someone early in their accounting career who enjoys balancing accounts receivable priorities with broader accounting support. The role will contribute to daily transaction accuracy, month-end activities, and collaborative problem-solving across customer and vendor accounts. Responsibilities:• Manage the accounts receivable cycle by creating customer invoices, recording incoming payments, and keeping account balances current and accurate.• Review outstanding balances, help follow up on past-due accounts, and investigate payment issues to support timely collections.• Reconcile customer ledgers, resolve billing variances, and prepare credit adjustments when needed.• Support period-end close tasks related to receivables and assist in maintaining reliable financial records.• Enter vendor invoices, compare billing documents with purchase orders and receiving records, and help address discrepancies before processing.• Assist with weekly accounts payable disbursements, maintain vendor information, and provide additional support during busy invoice periods.• Prepare assigned journal entries and account reconciliations while keeping accounting files organized and audit-ready.• Contribute to month-end and year-end close activities, create reports in Excel, and provide general accounting assistance as business needs evolve
2026-10-14T00:00:00Z

Accounts Receivable Specialist

San Marcos, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
28 - 34 USD / Hourly
A growing healthcare organization in North County is looking for an Accounts Receivable Specialist to join its accounting team. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys the investigative side of AR — researching payments, resolving discrepancies, cleaning up aging balances, and figuring out why an account isn't paying as expected.You’ll work closely with Billing, Accounting, Customer Service, and Operations to keep receivables accurate and moving. What You’ll Do:<ul><li>Manage an assigned portfolio of customer accounts</li><li>Monitor AR aging and prioritize collection activity</li><li>Post and reconcile incoming payments</li><li>Research unapplied cash and short payments</li><li>Investigate billing and account discrepancies</li><li>Contact customers regarding outstanding balances</li><li>Prepare account statements and payment documentation</li><li>Process credits, adjustments, and approved write-offs</li><li>Reconcile AR subledger activity to the general ledger</li><li>Research historical account activity when payment issues arise</li><li>Maintain detailed notes regarding collection activity</li><li>Partner with Billing to correct invoice issues</li><li>Assist with month-end AR reconciliations</li><li>Prepare recurring AR reports and aging schedules</li><li>Support audit requests and special accounting projects</li></ul>
2026-09-29T00:00:00Z

Senior Finanial Analyst

Irvine, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
110000 - 125000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Senior Financial Analyst to perform modeling, planning, forecasting, and analytical reporting for a growing organization in Irvine, California. This role will partner closely with senior leadership and private equity stakeholders to translate financial performance into clear insights, forward-looking recommendations, and executive materials. The ideal candidate brings strong modeling expertise, a strategic mindset, and the ability to turn complex data into meaningful business decisions. Responsibilities:• Participate in the annual budget, long-range planning, and recurring forecast processes to support company objectives and financial visibility.• Build and maintain robust financial models that evaluate performance, guide decision-making, and improve the accuracy of projections.• Prepare executive-level reporting packages and presentation materials for leadership, board meetings, and private equity stakeholders.• Analyze financial and operational trends using Power BI and other reporting tools to identify risks, opportunities, and performance drivers.• Partner with cross-functional leaders to develop actionable insights around revenue, expenses, and overall business results.• Deliver clear variance analysis and management reporting that explains results against budget, forecast, and prior periods.• Support the continued evolution of planning and reporting capabilities through data-driven process improvements and enhanced analytical tools.• Contribute to acquisition-related analysis and future M&A evaluation efforts as the organization continues to expand.
2026-09-23T00:00:00Z

Full-Cycle Accounts Payable Specialist

Solana Beach, CA
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Temporary / Contract
28 - 35 USD / Hourly
Robert Half is partnering with an innovative life sciences organization in Solana Beach to identify a detail-oriented Full-Cycle Accounts Payable Specialist! This opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys owning the AP process from invoice receipt through payment while supporting a sophisticated, deadline-driven accounting department. You'll work with vendors, purchasing, laboratory operations, and finance to maintain clean records, resolve invoice discrepancies, and ensure payments are processed accurately. Candidates who enjoy improving processes and keeping documentation audit-ready will thrive in this environment. Responsibilities Include:<ul><li>Manage the full accounts payable cycle, from invoice intake through payment processing.</li><li>Review invoices for accuracy, coding, approvals, and required backup.</li><li>Perform three-way matching using purchase orders, invoices, and receiving records.</li><li>Maintain vendor files and verify payment details according to internal controls.</li><li>Prepare and process ACH, wire, and check payments.</li><li>Reconcile vendor statements and research pricing or quantity discrepancies.</li><li>Coordinate with purchasing and laboratory teams on purchase orders and missing receipts.</li><li>Review employee reimbursements and corporate card transactions.</li><li>Monitor AP aging and prioritize invoices according to payment terms.</li><li>Assist with month-end accruals, account reconciliations, and close activities.</li><li>Maintain organized records for audits and compliance reviews.</li><li>Support 1099 preparation and other year-end accounting tasks.</li><li>Identify opportunities to streamline invoice routing and payment workflows.</li></ul>
2026-10-13T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Coronado, CA
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support core accounting operations for a service-focused organization in Coronado, California. This role is ideal for someone who can manage recurring financial reporting, maintain accurate records, and contribute to budgeting and analytical work across multiple entities. The position also partners with internal teams on payables, receivables, compliance reporting, and financial review activities to help ensure timely and reliable accounting results. Responsibilities: • Produce monthly financial statements and supporting schedules for multiple entities, ensuring completeness and accuracy in routine reporting. • Record period-end accruals, prepaid expense activity, and other adjusting entries needed to close each accounting cycle properly. • Post and examine journal entries while reconciling balance sheet accounts to maintain an accurate general ledger. • Contribute to the annual budgeting process and help assemble financial projections for upcoming periods. • Develop pro forma models for new initiatives and evaluate projected performance through financial analysis. • Conduct comparative market reviews, including rate and cost assessments, to support pricing and operational decision-making. • Prepare port rent reporting, calculate related accruals, and ensure amounts are reflected correctly in the accounting records. • Support accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, including invoice entry, weekly payment processing, cash application, and deposit preparation. • Complete required quarterly and annual filings for government agencies and assist with lease, tenant revenue, and rent-related financial reviews.
2026-10-12T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

San Diego, CA
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Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 95000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a collaborative finance team in San Diego, California. This role supports core accounting operations across receivables, payables, reconciliations, and close activities while helping maintain accurate financial records and strong internal controls. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, comfortable working cross-functionally, and able to manage multiple accounting priorities in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Oversee the accounts receivable process from invoice generation through payment posting, applying cash accurately and following up on outstanding customer balances. • Carry out routine collection efforts and work closely with customers and internal teams to encourage timely payment resolution. • Coordinate with Sales to investigate billing questions, address account issues, and resolve discrepancies affecting customer invoices. • Match purchase orders, receiving records, and supplier invoices to confirm completeness and accuracy before payment processing. • Administer accounts payable activities, including weekly payment runs, manual disbursements, check distribution, and electronic payments such as ACH and wire transactions. • Review employee expense submissions for policy compliance and process approved reimbursements in a timely manner. • Prepare bank, accounts receivable, and accounts payable reconciliations each month and assist with journal entries and account analysis during period-end close. • Compile aging and balance reports for customers and vendors, track unbilled liabilities, manage prepayment amortization schedules, and maintain tax and vendor documentation. • Support audit requests by organizing schedules and providing supporting records, while partnering with Sales, Supply Chain, Quality, Receiving, and Operations to resolve accounting matters and improve workflow efficiency.
2026-10-12T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Vista, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
34 - 41 USD / Hourly
An established manufacturing company in Vista is adding a Staff Accountant to its Finance & Accounting team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys understanding how a business actually operates — not just recording transactions. You'll have exposure to general ledger accounting, inventory, cost accounting, reconciliations, month-end close, and financial reporting, working closely with Accounting and Operations.Responsibilities:<ul><li>Prepare recurring and adjusting journal entries</li><li>Perform bank, credit card, and balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Maintain general ledger accounts and supporting schedules</li><li>Assist with monthly and year-end close</li><li>Reconcile inventory accounts and investigate variances</li><li>Assist with cost accounting and manufacturing expense analysis</li><li>Review financial transactions for accurate coding</li><li>Maintain prepaid, accrual, and fixed asset schedules</li><li>Assist with AP and AR as needed</li><li>Prepare monthly financial reports</li><li>Analyze account activity and investigate discrepancies</li><li>Support inventory counts and related accounting activities</li><li>Assist with standard cost and variance reporting</li><li>Prepare audit schedules and supporting documentation</li><li>Assist with annual budget and forecast preparation</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes</li></ul>
2026-10-02T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Irvine, CA
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Temporary / Contract
30 - 35 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations for a contract position based in Irvine, California. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented candidate with strong accounts payable experience, solid general ledger knowledge, and the ability to manage financial activity accurately in a fast-paced environment. The position will contribute to invoice processing, payment administration, reconciliations, and financial reporting while helping maintain compliance across routine accounting functions. Responsibilities: • Process and review invoices for program-related, utility, and facility expenses to ensure timely and accurate payment. • Manage recurring accounts payable cycles, including preparing payments for scheduled check runs and coordinating disbursements each week. • Execute payments through electronic transactions and manual checks while maintaining complete supporting documentation. • Prepare, post, and reconcile journal entries within the general ledger to support accurate monthly financial records. • Track expenditures tied to grant-funded or government-supported programs and assist with reimbursement submission activities. • Communicate with vendors and external funding contacts to resolve billing questions, payment issues, and outstanding balances. • Perform bank reconciliations and monitor account activity to identify discrepancies and support accurate cash reporting. • Assist with month-end close tasks, including ledger review, financial data validation, and preparation of supporting schedules.
2026-10-15T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Carlsbad, CA
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Temporary / Contract
33 - 40 USD / Hourly
A growing Carlsbad organization is looking for a Staff Accountant to support its corporate accounting function. This is a well-rounded opportunity for an accountant who wants exposure to the full monthly close process and the opportunity to work alongside Finance, Operations, and leadership. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Prepare monthly journal entries and account reconciliations</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close</li><li>Maintain general ledger accounts</li><li>Reconcile bank, credit card, prepaid, accrual, and other balance sheet accounts</li><li>Prepare recurring accounting schedules</li><li>Review transactions for proper coding and classification</li><li>Assist with AP and AR oversight and issue resolution</li><li>Prepare monthly financial statements and management reports</li><li>Research unusual account activity and discrepancies</li><li>Assist with fixed asset accounting</li><li>Support intercompany transactions and reconciliations</li><li>Assist with expense and budget-to-actual analysis</li><li>Prepare documentation for audits and tax filings</li><li>Maintain organized supporting documentation</li><li>Assist with process improvements and accounting projects</li><li>Partner with other departments to resolve accounting questions</li></ul>
2026-10-02T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Mission Viejo, CA
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Temporary / Contract
33.25 - 35 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support accounting operations for a Contract position based in Mission Viejo, California. This opportunity is well suited for someone who enjoys working with financial records, investigating discrepancies, and keeping reporting activities accurate and timely. The person in this role will contribute to core accounting processes while helping maintain reliable data for business and tax-related needs. Responsibilities: • Prepare and organize financial information needed for recurring weekly reports, ensuring figures are complete and submitted on schedule. • Process accounting support documents such as invoices, check requests, and wire transfer requests with a high level of accuracy. • Enter financial data into accounting records and perform reconciliations to confirm balances align with supporting documentation. • Investigate payment overdraft issues by reviewing account activity, identifying root causes, and helping resolve discrepancies. • Analyze month-over-month cost fluctuations and research notable variances to support financial visibility and follow-up. • Assist with journal entry preparation and posting to maintain accurate accounting records within the general ledger. • Support day-to-day research requests related to transactions, account activity, and financial exceptions. • Help maintain organized documentation for accounting activities to support internal review and reporting needs.
2026-10-14T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

San Diego, CA
remote
Temporary / Contract
33.25 - 38.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a healthcare organization in San Diego, California and contribute to core accounting operations. This Long-term Contract position will focus on maintaining accurate general ledger activity, supporting timely month-end close, and helping ensure the integrity of financial reporting. The ideal candidate brings a solid foundation in accounting, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively across recurring close tasks and special projects. Responsibilities: • Prepare journal entries, accruals, and other supporting schedules to facilitate an accurate and efficient monthly close process. • Reconcile balance sheet accounts and bank activity, resolving discrepancies in a timely manner and maintaining clear documentation. • Review profit and loss results, identify unusual fluctuations, and research underlying causes to support management reporting. • Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts to help ensure financial records are complete, organized, and accurate. • Contribute to financial analysis efforts by compiling data, evaluating trends, and assisting with reporting requests. • Support ad hoc accounting assignments and special projects as business needs arise within the finance team.
2026-10-14T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Oceanside, CA
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Temporary / Contract
35 - 40 USD / Hourly
A growing North County construction company is looking for a Staff Accountant to join its accounting team and support multiple active projects. This is a hands-on role for someone who understands general accounting but also enjoys getting into the details behind project costs, subcontractors, billing, and job profitability. What You’ll Do:<ul><li>Prepare and post journal entries</li><li>Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts</li><li>Perform monthly bank and balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close</li><li>Track project-related labor, materials, and subcontractor expenses</li><li>Review job costs and compare actual spending against budgets</li><li>Assist with progress billing and customer invoices</li><li>Reconcile subcontractor and vendor accounts</li><li>Track retainage, deposits, and project-specific balances</li><li>Assist with job profitability reporting</li><li>Monitor AP and AR activity related to assigned projects</li><li>Research unusual transactions and discrepancies</li><li>Prepare financial schedules and management reports</li><li>Assist with cash flow reporting</li><li>Support external audits and tax requests</li><li>Help maintain accounting procedures and internal controls</li></ul>
2026-10-02T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
33.25 - 36 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to support day-to-day accounting operations for a long-term contract opportunity in Rancho Santa Margarita, California. This role is ideal for someone who is comfortable working onsite and can manage a blend of transactional accounting, record maintenance, and financial data accuracy. The position will contribute to core accounting activities while helping keep financial information organized, current, and reliable. Responsibilities: • Process accounts payable and accounts receivable activities with accuracy and timeliness. • Prepare and post journal entries to support routine accounting transactions and monthly close work. • Maintain and reconcile general ledger records to ensure financial information is complete and accurate. • Perform data entry and data cleanup tasks to improve the quality and consistency of accounting records. • Assist with corporate tax and sales tax support activities, including organizing documentation and preparing related information. • Help compile schedules and supporting details for corporate tax return preparation and review. • Work onsite with internal stakeholders to address accounting questions and resolve record discrepancies. • Monitor financial documentation and update accounting files to support audit readiness and reporting needs.
2026-10-12T00:00:00Z

Staff Accountant

Vista, CA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
35 - 37 USD / Hourly
A North County construction company is adding a Staff Accountant to support its growing accounting operation. This is a hands-on position for someone who wants exposure to both traditional accounting and job/project accounting.You'll work closely with Project Managers and Operations to make sure project costs, vendor activity, billing, and financial reporting are accurate.What You'll Own:<ul><li>Prepare journal entries and maintain general ledger accounts</li><li>Perform monthly bank and balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Assist with month-end and year-end close</li><li>Review project-related expenses and job costs</li><li>Track labor, materials, subcontractor, and other project expenses</li><li>Assist with progress billing and customer invoices</li><li>Reconcile subcontractor and vendor accounts</li><li>Review project budgets versus actual spending</li><li>Assist with job profitability reporting</li><li>Monitor AP and AR activity related to projects</li><li>Track retainage, deposits, and other project-specific balances</li><li>Prepare financial reports and accounting schedules</li><li>Research unusual transactions and discrepancies</li><li>Assist with cash flow reporting</li><li>Support external accountants, auditors, and tax professionals</li><li>Help maintain accounting procedures and internal controls</li></ul>
2026-09-29T00:00:00Z

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